Uttering
/ˈʌtərɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The criminal act of knowingly passing or publishing forged or counterfeit documents with intent to defraud.
He was charged with uttering counterfeit currency at the trial.
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Commentary
Uttering specifically refers to the distribution or publishing aspect of a forged document offense, distinct from the forging itself.
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